Creating realistic trade offers that lead to a deal being accepted is always challenging. Throughout the season, Justin Boone will be publishing his rest-of-season trade value charts, which you can use as a guide to help make moves and manage your roster.
Below he highlights some of the players you should be buying or selling this week.
Buys
Caleb Williams, QB, Bears
Williams is leading this space for a second straight week since nothing has changed coming off his bye. The 23-year-old flashed his fantasy ceiling multiple times in the first month, but had a quieter outing in his last game against the Raiders. You can be sure that Ben Johnson and the coaching staff took full advantage of the week off to self-assess and correct things moving forward. Now, Williams gets four consecutive matchups against defenses in the top-10 for most fantasy points allowed to quarterbacks (Commanders, Saints, Ravens, Bengals).
We are about to see this Chicago offense reach new heights and Williams emerge as a difference-maker in fantasy.
Other QB buys to consider: Jordan Love, Packers
Quinshon Judkins, RB, Browns
Judkins has been nothing short of incredible on the field this season, so this isn’t a buy-low situation as much as it’s a buy before his stock rises even higher. That’s because the rookie has produced at least 70 scrimmage yards in all four of his appearances, including his debut when he only played 27% of the snaps. In the three games since, he’s operated as the Browns’ lead back and produced 95 yards, 115 yards and 128 yards with two touchdowns during that stretch. He’s also managed to deliver against difficult opponents like the Packers, Lions and Vikings.
What happens when his schedule gets easier, which it will the rest of the way? Judkins is a borderline fantasy RB1 and potential league-winner. If the manager who has him doesn’t realize that, you should make an offer to acquire him.
Other RB buys to consider: Breece Hall, Jets
Chris Olave, WR, Saints
Given the volume Olave has seen so far this season, the veteran has to start producing bigger fantasy days soon. The 25-year-old is second behind only Puka Nacua in targets, averaging 10.8 per game. Yet, he’s WR34 in fantasy points per game because he hasn’t topped 60 yards or found the end zone. This is a wideout who was a top-25 fantasy receiver two straight years in 2022 and 2023 before an injury-riddled campaign in 2024. It’s only a matter of time before he breaks out again — whether it’s with the Saints or another team.
Beat writer Nick Underhill has reported the feeling around the league is that the New Orleans will look to move some veterans before the deadline. So it’s possible Olave could find a new home on a contender in the coming months. Regardless, he’s an obvious buy-low based on the volume he’s getting at the moment.
Other WR buys to consider: Rashee Rice, Chiefs
Tucker Kraft, TE, Packers
Kraft got off to a hot start with touchdowns in his first two games of the season and a 100-yard effort versus the Commanders in Week 2. Unfortunately, he suffered a knee injury that likely contributed to his numbers dipping down the last two games. Resting over the bye week should do wonders for his health and productivity. His upcoming schedule is also an absolute dream with the Bengals (most fantasy points allowed to TEs), Cardinals (13th), Steelers (4th) and Panthers (2nd) over the next month.
This is the last call for anyone who wants to acquire Kraft before he vaults himself permanently into the top-five fantasy tight ends.
Other TE buys to consider: George Kittle, 49ers
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Sells
Jared Goff, QB, Lions
Goff has been one of the easiest quarterbacks to project this season, given his indoor-outdoor splits and the matchups he’s faced. The result has been two good fantasy performances — one was at home versus a generous Bears defense and the other was on the road against a floundering Bengals team. Over the next month, Goff will travel to Kansas City for a tough date with the Chiefs, get a favorable spot at home against the Bucs, then go on bye before having to deal with Brian Flores’ challenging Vikings’ defense. You’re only going to want to use Goff once in the next four weeks, so don’t waste your time stashing him. Trade him away before his value drops.
Other QB sells to consider: Kyler Murray, Cardinals
Tony Pollard, RB, Titans
Pollard has been solid, but unspectacular this season. He deserves props for still producing decent yardage on an offense that’s struggled more often than not, but after this week’s matchup with the Raiders, his schedule is about to get much harder. From Week 7 on, he’ll encounter the Patriots, Colts, Chargers, a bye and then the Texans. All four of those opponents are top 10 in terms of fewest fantasy points allowed to running backs. It doesn’t get much easier after that, with the Seahawks, Jaguars, Browns, 49ers and Chiefs through Week 16. The return of Tyjae Spears also complicates matters, since head coach Brian Callahan said Spears' role will increase moving forward.
Pollard is a low-ceiling, volume-based RB3 who could end up sharing some of his touches with Spears during the toughest part of the Titans’ schedule.
Other RB sells to consider: Derrick Henry, Ravens
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Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Cardinals
Harrison has put together back-to-back quality stat lines with 6-66-1 versus the Seahawks and 4-98-0 against the Titans. However, the sophomore wideout still has been held to six targets or less in four of his five outings this season and continues to make his fair share of errors on the field. After last week’s game, offensive coordinator Drew Petzing said that he didn’t do enough to get Harrison the ball, so perhaps he makes more of an effort in the coming weeks. But Harrison seems closer to a boom-or-bust WR3 in fantasy than the impact player we were hoping he could become.
It’s also worth noting, Kyler Murray is dealing with a foot injury that could affect his status for Week 6. With the Packers in Week 7 and a bye in Week 8, this is the time to move Harrison for someone more reliable.
Other WR sells to consider: Jameson Williams, Lions
Brock Bowers, TE, Raiders
After putting up 103 yards in the opener, Bowers hasn’t been the same player due to a PCL injury and bone bruise that he attempted to play through for weeks. Ultimately, the Raiders ruled him out in Week 5 and might be forced to keep him on the sidelines until he heals. The team is currently calling him day-to-day, but we’ve seen him suit up at less than 100% and the results haven’t been great. It would almost be better for Bowers’ long-term outlook if he takes the necessary time to recover. That leaves fantasy managers in a bind. If you have a winning record and can wait for Bowers to return to peak health, then hold him. But if you’re losing or generally unhappy with your roster, I’d recommend trading Bowers at a slight discount to improve your team in the short term.
Other TE sells to consider: Jake Ferguson, Cowboys
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